Victor Wembanyama supports French student protests after Spurs preseason loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 6:32 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs expressed support for protests in France during a postgame interview after the team's 123-116 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on October 8, 2026. The nationwide protests, led mainly by students, focus on demands for greater educational funding amid significant unrest, including over 6,600 arrests since late September. Wembanyama highlighted his personal connection to the issues, noting his past struggles within the education system. He encouraged young people to make their voices heard and showed his commitment to this cause.
- •Wembanyama spoke after the Spurs' preseason opener on October 8.
- •He supported student protests against underfunded education in France.
- •Over 375 schools were impacted due to the protests.
- •Wembanyama had nine points, six rebounds, and one block in the game.
- 6:32 AMYahoo Sports — Spurs' Victor Wembanyama shows support for French student protests
"The All-Star big man was asked about the unrest in his native country after Thursday night's 123-116 preseason loss to Atlanta.
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